Gum Disease

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Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty have gum disease in some form. Fortunately, it’s a treatable condition at Dental Designs of Owensboro. What is gum disease? Gum disease is inflammation and infection of the soft tissue that holds your teeth in …

This message from Thompson and Frey Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Owensboro is about gum disease, and how you can prevent it. Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar, which is hardened plaque. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and …

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans. And yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Thompson and Frey Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Owensboro, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. …

In this message from Thompson and Frey Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Owensboro, we remind you of the link between your dental health and your overall health. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for years that there is a connection between gum disease and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and …

Unfortunately, gum disease is very common, and a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is also treatable, at Thompson and Frey Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Owensboro. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush for two to three minutes at least twice a day, with …

Hearing that you have gum disease can be upsetting. Here at Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry in Owensboro, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. There is hope. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums …

Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are vital for good dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. It may be a sign of gum disease. If your gums bleed for a day or two after your cleaning, it isn’t really a problem. But if the bleeding …